2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | CR-V | Carlton |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |