2000 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A4 | Carlton |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |