Front load washers also employ extractors which spin at 1000 RPM.
It extracts as much water as possible making the drying cycle quicker.
Not sure if top loader have this option.

Here's a recent rant/comparison which may or may not make a difference.
We have a small footprint Bosch W&D.

From My Front Porch To Yours: Washer & Dryer Comparison- Front Load Versus Top Load

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