1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | Compass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
