2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Compass and 2008 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 2008 Mazda CX-7 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. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Compass | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 69 L |