2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1946 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. 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 Express (353 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1946 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2040 mm |
