2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 37 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Compass | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |