1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 150 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3110 mm |
