2009 Audi A5 vs. 1948 Jeep CJ2A
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep CJ2A has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep CJ2A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1948 Jeep CJ2A | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A5 | CJ2A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
