2004 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 86 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 2004 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
