2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 330 kg more than 1996 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1996 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram, 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, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ram | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
