2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Explorer | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
