2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Jeep | TVR |
| Model | Compass | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
