2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Jeep Compass were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 829 kg more than 2008 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Express | Compass |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |