2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 587 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Explorer | Commander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
