Jeep Compass vs. Suzuki SX4 Review

Utility
There's no obvious winner between the SX4 and the Jeep Compass as far as transporting cargo. The Jeep and the Suzuki can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Jeep Compass than the Suzuki because of its bigger tank. The Jeep Compass rides lower than the Suzuki SX4, which is a good thing for its center of gravity and ease of access. The Suzuki and the Jeep Compass compete for the same parking spaces.

Convenience
The Suzuki's fuel tank will need to be replenished somewhat more often than the unit in the Jeep.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Jeep to the dealership as the Suzuki SX4. The Suzuki SX4 won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Jeep Compass. The Jeep uses a lot of gasoline compared to the Suzuki. In terms of MSRP, the Jeep Compass costs considerably more than the Suzuki SX4.

Handling
The Jeep Compass and the Suzuki SX4 have roughly similar tires.

Drivetrain
The Jeep Compass has a bigger engine than the Suzuki SX4. Remember that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The Suzuki could learn a lesson or two from the Jeep with respect to pickup.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Jeep Compass's front cabin compared to the Suzuki SX4. The Jeep Compass provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the SX4 does.

Overview
The Suzuki and the Jeep Compass have the same basic after-sale protection. As far as warranty against rust, the Jeep Compass has tremendously better coverage than the Suzuki SX4.