2012 Jeep Compass vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, both 2012 Jeep Compass and 2012 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 809 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano 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 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Compass | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Jeep | Tata |
| Model | Compass | Nano |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4448 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1814 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 37 L |
