2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Explorer | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
