2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 541 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
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, 2012 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Getz | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Getz | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
