2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 53 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 2 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (172 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 400 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Because 1955 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (360 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Renault | Studebaker |
| Model | Grand Espace | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3070 mm |
