2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 798 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. 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 2002 Peugeot 307. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Compass | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
