2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 96 L |
