2012 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2012 Jeep Compass and 2012 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 392 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Jeep Compass | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Compass | E |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1449 kg | 1841 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |