2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 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.
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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | (:1): 9. |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |