2007 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Compass (210 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Compass weights approximately 141 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass 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, 2002 Jeep Compass (319 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2002 Jeep Compass has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Compass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2002 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Compass |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |