2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 382 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Compass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |
