2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz E and 2002 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
