2006 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | RX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
