2003 Honda Element vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 157 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Element | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Element | Compass |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |