2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | LaCrosse | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
