2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotus Exige. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Compass | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 36 L |
