2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 44 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Caravan (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Caravan. 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, 2003 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Caravan | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
