2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2002 Ford Explorer and 2002 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 509 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |