2006 Honda Civic vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
