2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1602 kg more than 1959 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 1959 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Consul |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |