1965 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1965 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1965 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | CJ5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2720 mm |
