2001 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Taurus (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass.
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, 2001 Ford Taurus (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass. 2001 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Taurus | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taurus | Compass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
