2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic 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 Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Compass |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2397 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |