2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 90 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1955 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | HR-V | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |
