2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 189 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Explorer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |