2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Compass and 2008 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 651 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Compass | Cayman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
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 | 1951 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |