1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Xterra | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Xterra | Carlton |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 532 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |