2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 269 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | Compass | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
