1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 362 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Aurora | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
