1955 Packard Patrician vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Packard Patrician | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Packard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrician | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2860 mm |
