2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Kia | Studebaker |
| Model | Borrego | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
