2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Compass and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 448 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Compass | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
