2003 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Terracan.
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, 2003 Hyundai Terracan (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Terracan | Compass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
