2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 Jeep Compass were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (180 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2007 BMW 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 130 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
