2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 63 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 486 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.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Enclave. 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. 2009 Buick Enclave 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. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Enclave | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
