2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 8 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, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 274 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
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 (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 528 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
