2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Compass and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 8 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. 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 2008 Mazda 6. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Compass | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |