2002 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 273 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Ka | Compass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
