1996 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 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 173 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Vauxhall Carlton | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
Model | Carlton | XC90 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3638 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |