1995 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. 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 1995 Honda Accord. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Compass |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |