2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Jeep Willys 2
To start off, both 2002 Ford Explorer and 2002 Jeep Willys 2 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 624 kg more than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. 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 (321 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 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 Jeep Willys 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Explorer | Willys 2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2420 mm |