1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 199 kg more than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XJS | Compass |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
