2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 586 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Explorer | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |
