1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (261 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 919 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Packard Carribean 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 Packard Carribean. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Packard Carribean | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Packard | Toyota |
| Model | Carribean | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3040 mm |
