1998 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis 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 69 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Avensis | Compass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2634 mm |
