2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | RunX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
