2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
When comparing the 2012 Subaru Forester's and the 2012 Jeep Compass's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Subaru Forester has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2012 Jeep Compass has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Subaru Forester's and the 2012 Jeep Compass's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Subaru Forester is a better car than the 2012 Jeep Compass.
2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Jeep Compass Pricing
A used 2012 Subaru Forester ranges from $6,988 to $16,045 while a used 2012 Jeep Compass is priced between $5,000 to $14,618.
2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Jeep Compass Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 Subaru Forester loses 38.4 percent of its value and the 2012 Jeep Compass loses 43.2 percent of its value. This means the 2012 Subaru Forester retains 4.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 Jeep Compass.
2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Jeep Compass Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Forester is 8.6 out of 10 while the Jeep Compass' quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Forester being ranked 3 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs and the Jeep Compass being ranked 33 out of 66. Out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Subaru Forester is ranked 4 and the Jeep Compass is ranked 30.
2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Jeep Compass Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru Forester is 8.6 out of 10. For the Jeep Compass the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Forester a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Jeep Compass.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Subaru Forester’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the 2012 Jeep Compass base engine makes 158 horsepower. The Forester is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. The Compass is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 394 miles.This gives the 2012 Jeep Compass the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 Subaru Forester the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Subaru Forester, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2012 Jeep Compass, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2012 Subaru Forester has higher safety ratings than the 2012 Jeep Compass, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6988 - 16045
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.383753
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5000 - 14618
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.43197
Subaru Forester Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.563112 / 10
Reliability:
8.589335 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Jeep Compass Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.813072 / 10
Reliability:
7.839216 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Subaru Forester Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 27Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 66Ranking
4 out of / 56Ranking
4 out of / 56Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 56Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 56Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
13 out of / 66Ranking
13 out of / 66Ranking
13 out of / 56Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
15 out of / 56Ranking
17 out of / 58Ranking
17 out of / 49Ranking
24 out of / 66Ranking
24 out of / 56Ranking
32 out of / 66Ranking
38 out of / 56Ranking
46 out of / 66Jeep Compass Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 16Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 58Ranking
13 out of / 49Ranking
13 out of / 22Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 22Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 56Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 56Ranking
23 out of / 66Ranking
25 out of / 66Ranking
29 out of / 56Ranking
30 out of / 56Ranking
31 out of / 56Ranking
33 out of / 66Ranking
35 out of / 56Ranking
38 out of / 66Ranking
39 out of / 66Ranking
45 out of / 66Ranking
46 out of / 56Ranking
47 out of / 56Ranking
50 out of / 66Ranking
55 out of / 66Ranking
56 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Subaru Forester Trim Levels
2.5X, 2.5X Limited, 2.5X Premium, 2.5X Touring, 2.5XT Premium, 2.5XT Touring
2012 Jeep Compass Trim Levels
Latitude, Limited, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
174 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
141 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
355 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 394 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
33.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
22.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
124.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3250 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
65.9 inches
Length:
179.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3074 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
64.2 inches
Length:
173.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/60R17