1960 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1494 kg more than 1960 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1960 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1960 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jeep CJ5 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
