2007 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 525 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
