2006 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 311 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
Model | Sharan | Compass |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |