2009 Audi A6 vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.

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2009 Audi A6 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Audi Jeep
Model A6 Station Wagon
Year Released 2009 1949
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 179 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2650 mm