2007 Acura RDX vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Acura | Vauxhall |
Model | RDX | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |