2001 BMW L7 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, both 2001 BMW L7 and 2001 Vauxhall Frontera were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW L7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW L7 (350 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. 2001 BMW L7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW L7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 BMW L7 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | L7 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1820 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |