1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 31 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer.
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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2002 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Land Cruiser | Explorer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3378 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |