2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B2300 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 593 kg more than 2007 Mazda B2300. 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 2007 Mazda B2300. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B2300. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2007 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Compass | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
