Jeep Compass 2011 vs Subaru XV 2012

 
Jeep Compass
2011 - 2013
Subaru XV
2012 - 2015
Gearbox: ManualAutomatic
Engine: 2.1 Diesel2.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming belt
Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating.

Performance

Power: 136 HP150 HP
Torque: 320 NM196 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.6 seconds10.7 seconds
Jeep Compass engine produces 14 HP less power than Subaru XV, but torque is 124 NM more than Subaru XV. Despite less power, Jeep Compass reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.16.6
Real fuel consumption: 7.8 l/100km8.0 l/100km
The Jeep Compass is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Jeep Compass consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru XV, which means that by driving the Jeep Compass over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Jeep Compass consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru XV.
Fuel tank capacity: 51 litres60 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 830 km in combined cycle900 km in combined cycle
940 km on highway1090 km on highway
650 km with real consumption750 km with real consumption
Subaru XV gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Ground clearance: 205 mm (8.1 inches)220 mm (8.7 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru XV can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 420'000 km350'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Jeep Compass engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 5 years16 years
Engine spread: Used only for this carInstalled on at least 3 other car models, including Subaru Forester, Subaru Impreza, Subaru Legacy
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Subaru XV might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets: yesno
The Jeep Compass engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.

Dimensions

Length: 4.45 m4.45 m
Width: 1.81 m1.78 m
Height: 1.66 m1.57 m
Jeep Compass and Subaru XV are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity: 328 litres380 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1269 litres1270 litres
Subaru XV has more luggage space.
Jeep Compass has 52 litres less trunk space than the Subaru XV. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Subaru XV (by 1 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Jeep Compass is 0.2 metres more than that of the Subaru XV.
Gross weight (kg): 2`000no data
Safety:
Subaru XV scores higher in safety tests. The Subaru XV scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality: no datano data
Average price (€): 760016 200
Pros and Cons: Jeep Compass has
  • timing chain engine
  • lower fuel consumption
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • lower price
Subaru XV has
  • timing belt engine
  • more power
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • has 4x4 drive
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
  • higher safety
  • better safety assist technologies
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