2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 718 kg more than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 265 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 | 1978 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
