2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C3 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2060 mm |
