1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 65 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 620 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Station Wagon | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2896 mm |
