2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 521 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Compass | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
