1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2005 Daewoo Rexton
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 785 kg more than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. 2005 Daewoo Rexton has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep Jeepster has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep Jeepster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 2005 Daewoo Rexton | |
| Make | Jeep | Daewoo |
| Model | Jeepster | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
