1962 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 426 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
