2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram 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, 2003 Dodge Ram 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ram | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
