1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 54 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (106 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 19 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.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 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 | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
Model | Station Wagon | 406 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |