2002 Jeep Compass vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2002 Jeep Compass and 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Compass (210 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Compass weights approximately 231 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2002 Jeep Compass (319 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Compass | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Compass | Lancer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |