2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Kia | Packard |
| Model | Sorento | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3240 mm |
