2011 Jeep Compass vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Compass | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Compass | 120 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1656 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
