2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer 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 83 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4947 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
