Comparing the 2015 Jeep Compass vs 2015 Toyota Rav4

If you're shopping for an SUV, your options are seemingly endless, making it a challenge to choose the right one. Perhaps you're considering the 2015 Jeep Compass and the 2015 Toyota RAV4. While these two vehicles seem to have a lot in common, compare them closely, and you'll see that the Compass is the better choice.

Performance

The RAV4 comes equipped with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 176 horsepower, which sounds impressive until you consider that the Compass puts out 184 horsepower with its 2.4-liter Tigershark engine. The Compass has a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 pounds, while the RAV4's towing capacity maxes out at 1,500 pounds. While the RAV4 offers an all-wheel-drive system with dynamic torque control for enhanced stability, only the Compass lets you take advantage of Jeep's trail-rated, trail-tested capabilities like class-leading ground clearance and exceptional maneuverability.

Safety Features

No SUV is complete without the features you need to drive with confidence on-road and off. That's why the RAV4 comes with eight airbags, anti-lock brakes, and Toyota's Star Safety System that features six accident-avoidance technologies. However, if you want even more safety and security, consider that the Compass features 10 airbags and more than 70 standard and optional safety features, including standard fog lights and available hill start assist, which unfortunately isn't available with the RAV4.