2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 4,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. 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 Ford Explorer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | Freelander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4947 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |