2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 199 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Silverado | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2650 mm |
