2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1951 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP) has 305 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 719 kg more than 1951 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1951 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Consul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
