2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1955 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1955 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Acadia | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2060 mm |
