2001 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, both 2001 Mazda 323 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 673 kg more than 2001 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 323. 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 323. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 323 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | 323 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |