2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass.
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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Compass | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
