1946 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon.
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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 1946 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Jeep | Dodge |
Model | Station Wagon | Journey |
Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2891 mm |