1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 51 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 662 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jeep CJ (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | CJ | Korando |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2490 mm |
