2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Compass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
