2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 408 kg more than 2012 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Compass | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
