2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2002 Ford Explorer and 2002 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 660 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima. 2002 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
