2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 104 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Venza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |
