1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 62 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 2011 Saab 9-4X 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. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | Station Wagon | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2807 mm |
