2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1553 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.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sierra | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2740 mm |
