1997 Honda Today vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Today | Compass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
