2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 54 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 434 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Centieme | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |