2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 973 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Ranger |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |