1999 Honda Z 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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. 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 1999 Honda Z. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Z | Compass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
