1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 294 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.
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, 2007 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 2007 Kia Sportage 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. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | CJ5 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
