2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 535 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-150 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2060 mm |
