2000 Ferrari 550 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 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (390 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
