2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Ulysse | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
