1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. 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 2005 Mazda 6. 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
