2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2010 Dodge Charger 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. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Explorer | Charger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
