2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 871 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
