1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 52 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 387 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.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
