2007 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
