2007 Jeep Compass vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (310 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
