2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compass | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
