2004 Citroen Saxo vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2004 Citroen Saxo is newer by 45 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Citroen Saxo. 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 2004 Citroen Saxo. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Saxo | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Saxo | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2060 mm |
