1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 947 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Station Wagon | Touareg |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |