2002 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2002 BMW 740 and 2002 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2002 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
