1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 510 kg more than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 2003 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Station Wagon | Retona |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
