2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 47 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Cobalt | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2060 mm |
