2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
