2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 244 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Compass | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
