2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Compass | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
