2002 Honda Z vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Z | Compass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
