1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (291 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Wrangler | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
