2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 231 kg more than 1948 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2650 mm |
