1955 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1431 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | CJ5 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2890 mm |
