2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Elantra | Compass |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |