1946 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 67 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1 kg more than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Station Wagon | Passat |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2803 mm |
