2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 361 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Jazz | Compass |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
