2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. (355 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1994 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | C | Carlton |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |