2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 168 kg more than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2000 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Porsche | Jeep |
Model | Boxster | Compass |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2634 mm |