2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 286 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 2007 BMW 530 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. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Compass | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
