2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 116 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | Defender |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |