2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 651 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Explorer | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
