1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ.
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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Jeep CJ | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | CJ | Sportage |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3151 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |