Jeep Compass vs Peugeot 408 – Differences & prices compared

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency: Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Jeep Compass has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 917 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 manages with 0.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 2 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 408: with 15.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.40 kWh.

As for range, the Jeep Compass performs minimal better – achieving up to 500 km, about 47 km more than the Peugeot 408.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Compass has a slight edge – offering 240 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 7.30 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs slightly better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Jeep Compass tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 408 pulls minimal stronger with 360 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Peugeot 408 is slight lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 31 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Jeep Compass offers minimal more room – 550 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 408 performs slightly better – up to 1583 L, which is about 196 L more than the Jeep Compass.

When it comes to payload, Jeep Compass barely noticeable takes the win – 470 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

All in all, the Peugeot 408 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.