1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 519 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | CJ5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2720 mm |
