2008 Ford Focus vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 62 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 353 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
