2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 317 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Compass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 51 L |
