2001 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 661 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X5 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 51 L |
