2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 51 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 55 kg more than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Jeep | Packard |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 77 L |
