1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 61 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 639 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 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1947 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Station Wagon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
