2011 Jeep Compass vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 892 kg more than 2011 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Compass | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jeep | Jaguar |
| Model | Compass | XJ |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1656 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
