2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 10 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 640. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 640 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
