1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 284 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Jeep Station Wagon 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Jeep Jeep
Model Station Wagon Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1950 2003
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2638 cc 3966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1764 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2700 mm


 

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