2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
