2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
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 Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 101 kg more than 1996 Nissan Terrano. 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
