2004 Lexus LX vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 2004 Lexus LX and 2004 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LX weights approximately 818 kg more than 2004 Opel 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, 2004 Lexus LX (434 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus LX | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Lexus | Opel |
Model | LX | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2538 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |