1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 64 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 312 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 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Station Wagon | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2919 mm |
