2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, both 2002 Ford Explorer and 2002 Rover 75 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 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 75. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Explorer | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
