1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 49 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 68 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | CJ5 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2000 mm |
