Dodge Journey vs. Jeep Compass Review

Performance
With respect to horsepower, the Journey packs quite a wallop and will knock the Jeep Compass down a few rungs. On the flip side, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the Compass and the Journey most certainly handle almost the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Dodge Journey isn't much more powerful than the Jeep Compass.

Utility
Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Dodge Journey over the Jeep. The Dodge Journey is a better choice than the Jeep Compass regarding transporting cargo, especially if you often need to carry a lot of luggage or big dogs.

Convenience
You'll quite certainly have to take the Jeep Compass for a fill-up more often than the Dodge because of its tank size and fuel economy.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Dodge Journey offers a bit more head room than the Jeep Compass, there frankly isn't much of a difference. The Jeep offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Dodge Journey does.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Journey than the Jeep Compass because of its bigger tank. The Jeep Compass and the Dodge Journey compete for the same parking spaces. The Dodge Journey's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the flip side, the Jeep may give a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Jeep to the dealership as the Dodge Journey. With respect to fuel economy, the Jeep Compass has the Dodge beat. In terms of fuel economy, the Jeep Compass bests the Dodge Journey. In terms of MSRP, the Journey costs substantially more than the Jeep Compass. The Jeep Compass will save you a lots_of_money at the pump every year compared to the Dodge Journey. The Dodge Journey will cost you a bundle in gas every year compared to the Jeep Compass.

Warranty
The Dodge Journey and the Jeep Compass have the same basic warranty.