2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 46 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 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 185 kg more than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Chevrolet | Packard |
Model | Tahoe | Patrician |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 549 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3240 mm |