2002 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 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 109 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Compass weights approximately 278 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Compass | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Jeep | Fiat |
Model | Compass | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 133 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2301 mm |