2003 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Voyager | Compass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
