2002 Ford Explorer Sport vs. 2002 Ford Escape
When comparing the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport's and the 2002 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2002 Ford Escape has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport's and the 2002 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport is a better car than the 2002 Ford Escape.
2002 Ford Explorer Sport vs. 2002 Ford Escape Pricing
A used 2002 Ford Explorer Sport ranges from $2,110 to $8,970 while a used 2002 Ford Escape is priced between $2,209 to $7,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the 2002 Ford Escape base engine makes 127 horsepower. The Explorer Sport is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 320 miles. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 375 miles. This gives the 2002 Ford Escape the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2002 Ford Escape has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2110 - 8970
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2209 - 7997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.4967
Ford Explorer Sport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.271796 / 10
Reliability:
8.31539 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Explorer Sport Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Escape Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 22Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
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5 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
13 out of / 66Ranking
15 out of / 56Ranking
16 out of / 66Ranking
16 out of / 56Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 19Ranking
20 out of / 56Ranking
21 out of / 58Ranking
21 out of / 56Ranking
21 out of / 49Ranking
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27 out of / 66Ranking
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41 out of / 56Ranking
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53 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trim Levels
Value
2002 Ford Escape Trim Levels
XLS Choice, XLS Value, XLT Choice
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
203 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
237 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5140 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
127 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
135 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
256 / 320 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 375 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3769 lbs
Width:
70.2 inches
Height:
68.2 inches
Length:
180.4 inches
Wheelbase:
101.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3065 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
69.1 inches
Length:
173 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/70R15