2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
