1995 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 468 kg more than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Compass |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
