2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 970 kg more than 2007 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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
