2007 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Compass and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Jeep Compass.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compass | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
