2009 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 50 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2060 mm |
