2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |
