1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash is newer by 59 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, 2008 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
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, 2008 Suzuki Splash, 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, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Station Wagon | Splash |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
