2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 642 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | HR-V | Compass |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1309 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |