1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 56 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 1 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Jeep | Citroen |
Model | CJ5 | C4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |