2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 61 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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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. 2007 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1946 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
