2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 334 kg more than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jeep | Jensen |
| Model | Compass | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
