2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 499 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 600. 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Compass | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
