2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Compass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
