2002 Lexus RX vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus RX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus RX | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Lexus | Vauxhall |
| Model | RX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
