2001 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 972 kg more than 2001 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Explorer. (320 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
