2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caliber. 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Caliber | Compass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
