2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Celica 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 58 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 734 kg more than 1995 Toyota Celica. 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 Toyota Celica. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
