2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 183 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Pathfinder | Carlton |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |