2009 Honda Element vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 2009 Honda Element (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Element | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |
