2002 BMW 332 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
