2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 619 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Explorer | 325 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |