2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 593 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Compass | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |