1955 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 58 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 865 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jeep CJ5 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2790 mm |
