2005 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 528 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
