1956 Packard Patrician vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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:
| 1956 Packard Patrician | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Packard | Vauxhall |
| Model | Patrician | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2710 mm |
