2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Jeep Compass were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Audi | Jeep |
Model | A4 | Compass |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |