1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 51 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 937 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.
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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1956 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | CJ5 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2880 mm |