2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 883 kg more than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Charger | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |