2006 Audi S4 vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 56 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.

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2006 Audi S4 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Audi Jeep
Model S4 Station Wagon
Year Released 2006 1950
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2638 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 340 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2650 mm