2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 247 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Terracan | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1409 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
