2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 584 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.

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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Explorer 2007 Toyota 4Runner
Make Ford Toyota
Model Explorer 4Runner
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4016 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.4 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 84 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1939 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 87 L


 

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