1957 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 738 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Consul | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |