2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 450 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Kia | Studebaker |
| Model | Sportage | President State |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3070 mm |
