1955 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Sienna |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |