2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1991 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Expedition | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
