2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Kia | Studebaker |
| Model | Sorento | President State |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1550 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
