2002 Honda Inspire vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Inspire (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Inspire. 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, 2002 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Inspire | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Inspire | Compass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |
