2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 896 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Compass | Elise |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
