2001 Lexus LX vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Lexus LX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus LX | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Lexus | Vauxhall |
Model | LX | Frontera |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |