2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1397 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 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3153 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2060 mm |
