2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Compass and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. 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 2008 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Jeep | Renault |
Model | Compass | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |