1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2060 mm |
