2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Compass | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
