1953 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 961 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Consul | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
