2007 Jeep Compass vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Compass would be higher. 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Compass | 408 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
