2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Compass and 2008 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Jeep Compass.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compass | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5513 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
