1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 750 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | President State | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3010 mm |
