2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 157 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Colorado | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2060 mm |
