1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | CJ2 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
