2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1956 Packard Patrician. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Ford | Packard |
Model | Excursion | Patrician |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 77 L |