2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 44 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.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | E-250 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2060 mm |
