2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
