2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2011 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Compass |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |