2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 49 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 36 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 78 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Nissan | Studebaker |
| Model | Xterra | President State |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3070 mm |
