1946 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 2012 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Station Wagon | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2601 mm |
