2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Jetta | Compass |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
