

Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Jeep Compass | Ford Taurus X | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 112.9 in | -9.2 in |
Length | 173.4 in | 200.3 in | -26.9 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 74.9 in | -5.6 in |
Height | 64.2 in | 67.4 in | -3.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3241 lb. | 4204 lb. | -963 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.4 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 58.5 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 55.2 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.8 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 57.9 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 56.4 in | -5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.8 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.9 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.9 | 47.4 ft3 | -25.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.5 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -32.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Jeep Compass.
2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |