2002 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 116 kg more than 2010 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | AC | Jeep |
Model | Aceca | Compass |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |