2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 56 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1310 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 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2650 mm |
