1958 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 857 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Consul | Vue |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
