2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
