2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 511 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Compass 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Jeep Volkswagen
Model Compass Sharan
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Crossover Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2358 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1829 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 70 L


 

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