2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Jeep Compass. 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Compass | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1978 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 82 L |
