1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 40 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 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 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Xsara | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2060 mm |