2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Five Hundred | Compass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
