2010 Jeep Compass vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Because 2011 BMW 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jeep Compass | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Compass | 125 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 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 | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1656 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
