2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1994 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | 300 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
