2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 408 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1945 Jeep CJ2 has manual transmission. 1945 Jeep CJ2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | CR-V | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1945 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
