2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 49 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 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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Passat | Compass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
