2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Ranger | Carlton |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |