2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 406 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Accent | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
