1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 774 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ5 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2810 mm |
