2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 391 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Explorer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3200 mm |