1957 Packard Patrician vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Packard Patrician | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Packard | Jeep |
Model | Patrician | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |