2002 Jeep Compass vs. 2000 Nissan President
To start off, 2002 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan President (267 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Compass. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan President weights approximately 484 kg more than 2002 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Compass. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Compass | 2000 Nissan President | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | President |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
