1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 899 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. 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 1997 Fiat Duna. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Duna | Compass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
