1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 46 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 690 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | CJ5 | Retona |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2370 mm |