2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Jeep Compass

To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2008 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi Q7 2008 Jeep Compass
Make Audi Jeep
Model Q7 Compass
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3595 cc 2358 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2240 kg 1829 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 51 L


 

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