2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer.
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 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4947 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2891 mm |