2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 51 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 127 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 2006 Jeep Commander 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, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Jeep | Studebaker |
| Model | Commander | President State |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2270 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
