2006 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 4 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, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer. 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
