1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 2004 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
Model | Station Wagon | 406 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |