2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 453 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compass | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
