2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 757 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Compass | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Compass | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |