2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Compass |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |