2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | RS4 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
