1955 Packard Carribean vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 55 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 55 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 153 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Packard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carribean | Routan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3078 mm |
