1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Jeep Compass

To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 531 kg more than 2008 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ford Expedition 2008 Jeep Compass
Make Ford Jeep
Model Expedition Compass
Year Released 1999 2008
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 2358 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 397 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1829 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 2000 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 51 L


 

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