2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2008 Jeep Compass

To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Veracruz 2008 Jeep Compass
Make Hyundai Jeep
Model Veracruz Compass
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 348 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 51 L


 

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