2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
