1967 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1967 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | CJ5 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
