2008 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 511 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Espace | Compass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
