2003 Honda Z vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 869 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Z | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Z | Compass |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 654 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |