2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 359 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Compass | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |