2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 665 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Santa Fe | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2060 mm |
