1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 38 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Jeep | Renault |
Model | CJ5 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |