2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 640 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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |