2002 Lexus GX vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Lexus GX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus GX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 78 kg more than 2002 Lexus GX.
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, 2002 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. 2002 Lexus GX 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. 2002 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus GX | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Lexus | Vauxhall |
| Model | GX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
