2002 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
In comparing the 2002 Land Rover Freelander's and the 2002 Ford Explorer's specifications and ratings, The 2002 Ford Explorer has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2002 Land Rover Freelander and 2002 Ford Explorer have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2002 Land Rover Freelander's and the 2002 Ford Explorer's specifications and ratings, the 2002 Ford Explorer is a better car than the 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2002 Land Rover Freelander’s base engine makes 174 horsepower, and the 2002 Ford Explorer base engine makes 210 horsepower. Both the Freelander and the Explorer are rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 285 and 440 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2002 Land Rover Freelander and 2002 Ford Explorer are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2002 Ford Explorer has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
2496 - 8069
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462204
Land Rover Freelander Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Explorer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.239555 / 10
Reliability:
8.618664 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Land Rover Freelander Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Explorer Rankings
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57 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2002 Land Rover Freelander Trim Levels
HSE, S, SE
2002 Ford Explorer Trim Levels
Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 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:
174 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5940 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 19 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
225 / 285 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
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:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 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:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.9 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:
3444 lbs
Width:
71.1 inches
Height:
69.2 inches
Length:
175 inches
Wheelbase:
101 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4094 lbs
Width:
72.1 inches
Height:
71.9 inches
Length:
189.5 inches
Wheelbase:
113.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/70R16