2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1826 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-250 | CJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2060 mm |
