2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 990 kg more than 1995 Vauxhall Carlton.
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, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 1995 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sierra | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2740 mm |
