2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1540 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
