2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 48 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2060 mm |
