2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C5. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2060 mm |
