2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Dedra 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 84 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 659 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra. 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 1997 Lancia Dedra. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Compass | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
