Difference between "compare with" and "compare to"

[Natasha81]

Hi, I have been trying to figure out the difference between compare with and compare to. Once I have been told that "compare with" means you are comparing something that is less superior, and compare to is general.Not quite sure though.
Thank you.

[Kitosdad]

Good morning. You are merely making a comparison between two things/people.

No decision as to inferiority is being implied at this point, but may be stated at a later time.
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[Milanya]

http://www.english-test.net/forum/ftopic8856.html
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con·text - The part of a text or statement that surrounds a particular word or passage and determines its meaning.

[Natasha81]

Thank you very much.