1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ5 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2680 mm |
