2002 Jeep Compass vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Compass (210 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 119 kg more than 2002 Jeep Compass.
Because 2002 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Compass (319 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Compass | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | Previa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
