2004 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 2 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Explorer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |