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 |
