1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 62 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 2,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 189 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.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jeepster | Touran |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2431 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
