1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ5 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2480 mm |
