2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 444 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Compass | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |