1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 66 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 700 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 2013 Volvo XC90. 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, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 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 | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Station Wagon | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2857 mm |
