2002 Jeep Compass vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, both 2002 Jeep Compass and 2002 Rover 75 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 92 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Compass weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Rover 75. 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 Rover 75. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75. 2002 Jeep Compass has automatic transmission and 2002 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2002 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Compass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Compass | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Compass | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
