2007 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Compass and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Compass. (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Compass. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compass | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
