2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 247 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Jeep | Packard |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
