2005 BMW 330 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 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 81 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 330 | Compass |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 191 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1814 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |