2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1836 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Excursion | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2060 mm |
