1955 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 55 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 564 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.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1955 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1955 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | CJ5 | Element |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2576 mm |
