2006 MG ZR 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 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZR would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 224 kg more than 2006 MG ZR.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZR | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | MG | Jeep |
| Model | ZR | Compass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
