2005 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 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), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1530 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
