1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 55 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Studebaker | Ford |
| Model | President State | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
