2002 Jeep Compass vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 749 kg more than 2002 Jeep Compass.
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, 2002 Jeep Compass (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Compass | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | Compass | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
