1999 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 518 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Compass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
