2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 851 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 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Cherokee | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2060 mm |
