1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 519 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 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 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Lantra | Compass |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
