2000 Acura RL vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Acura RL.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Acura | Vauxhall |
Model | RL | Frontera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |