1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 305 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | CJ5 | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |