2011 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 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.
Because 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 BMW 535 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 535 | Compass |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1814 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |