2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Compass | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |