2006 GMC Savana vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1956 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 Savana (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Savana | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2060 mm |
