2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 50 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 125 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 87 kg more than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Hyundai | Packard |
| Model | Terracan | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |
