1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 61 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, 2011 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane 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 265 kg more than 2011 Renault Megane.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Megane. 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, 2011 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2011 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Station Wagon | Megane |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
