2010 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. Both 2010 Saab 03-Sep and 2012 Jeep Compass are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Saab 03-Sep | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Saab | Jeep |
| Model | 03-Sep | Compass |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4689 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1529 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
