About CompareCar
We're on a mission to help car buyers make smarter decisions by focusing on what actually matters: real ownership costs and reliability data.
Our Mission
Most car comparison sites focus on horsepower, 0-60 times, and flashy features. We focus on what actually impacts your wallet: maintenance costs, insurance rates, fuel economy, and real reliability data from actual owners. We believe car buying decisions should be based on facts, not marketing.
Our Values
Data-Driven
Every comparison and recommendation is backed by real owner data, not manufacturer claims or paid reviews.
Community-Powered
Our reliability database grows with contributions from real car owners sharing their maintenance experiences.
Long-Term Focus
We help you understand the total cost of ownership over years, not just the excitement of a new car purchase.
Our Story
CompareCar was born from frustration. After buying what seemed like a "reliable" car based on reviews and specs, our founder spent thousands on unexpected repairs in the first two years.
The problem? Most car comparison sites focus on performance specs and features, not the real costs of ownership. Insurance rates, maintenance expenses, and reliability data were scattered across forums and hard to find.
We built CompareCar to solve this problem. By aggregating real owner data and focusing on Total Cost of Ownership, we help buyers make informed decisions based on what actually matters: how much a car will really cost you over time.
Today, we serve thousands of car buyers who want to make smarter decisions. Our community of owners continues to grow, contributing data that helps others avoid costly mistakes.