1955 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 460 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 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | CJ5 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |