2001 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, both 2001 Ford Explorer 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 514 kg more than 2001 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. 2001 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Explorer | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Explorer | Frontera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |