1998 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Compass |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |