2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (335 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 439 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 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (510 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | GMC | Packard |
| Model | Yukon | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2514 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 77 L |
