2006 Audi A4 vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 57 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A4 | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
