1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix is newer by 55 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, 2005 Toyota Matrix (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Matrix (161 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Station Wagon | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
