2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 973 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |
