2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 479 kg more than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (320 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1946 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Freestar | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
