1994 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 886 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Escort. 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Compass |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
