2001 Holden UTE vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 239 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden UTE. 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | UTE | Compass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
