1999 Toyota Vitz vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 498 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Vitz | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Vitz | Compass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
