2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 449 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
