Compare 2003 Ford Explorer - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $33,225 | $26,895 | $29,995 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $30,101 | $24,340 | $27,145 |
| Destination | $645 | $650 | $650 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Dual Zone Manual | Dual Zone Manual |
| Air Filter | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | N/A | With Separate Controls |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | Front | Front |
| Ashtray | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Overhead Console | Full With Storage | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Urethane | Urethane |
| Voice Recorder | N/A | Travel Note | Travel Note |
| Adjustable Pedals | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 7 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way Power | 4-way | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 65-35 Split-bench | 65-35 Split-bench |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Fixed | 2 - Fixed |
| 3rd Row Seats | Full Bench | N/A | 50-50 Split-bench |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | Premium Cloth |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | Manual | N/A | N/A |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Speakers | 4 | 6 Performance | 6 Performance |
| Amplifier | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Equalizer | N/A | Automatic | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Entertainment System | With DVD | N/A | N/A |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | N/A | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | N/A | N/A |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Emergency Services | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Crisis Assist | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Remote Door Unlock | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Roadside Assistance | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Remote Horn And Lights | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Hands-Free Calling | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front And Rear | N/A | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | N/A | N/A |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power | Power |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Ignition Disable | SecuriLock | PASSLock | PASSLock |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | Theftlock | Theftlock |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Lower Accent Two-tone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Black | Gray |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | With Chrome Bar | With Chrome Bar |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Light | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Flip-up | Flip-up | Flip-up |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Manual | Dual Manual |
| Heated Door Mirrors | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Roof Rack | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rails | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Tires | P245/65SR17.0 OWL AT | P245/70SR16.0 BSW AS | P245/65SR17.0 BSW AT |
| Wheels | 17" Machined Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Aluminum | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Running Boards | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Fender Flares | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 4.6L V-8 | 4.2L I-6 | 4.2L I-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | SOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive Type | All Wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Comfort | Comfort |
| Front Suspension Type | Short And Long Arm | Short And Long Arm | Short And Long Arm |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Heavy Duty | Bilstein | Bilstein |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Short And Long Arm | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Heavy Duty | Bilstein | Bilstein |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Transmission | 5-spd Auto W/OD | 4-spd Auto W/OD | 4-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.55 | 3.42 | 3.42 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 189.5 " | 191.8 " | 207.8 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 72.1 " | 74.6 " | 74.7 " |
| Exterior Height | 71.4 " | 74.5 " | 77.1 " |
| Engine | 4.6L V-8 | 4.2L I-6 | 4.2L I-6 |
| Horsepower | 239 @ 4,750 Rpm | 275 @ 6,000 Rpm | 275 @ 6,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 282 @ 4,000 Rpm | 275 @ 3,600 Rpm | 275 @ 3,600 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 14 Mpg | 16 Mpg | 15 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 19 Mpg | 22 Mpg | 20 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | N/A | 7.7 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | N/A | 15.8 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | N/A | 91 Mph | N/A |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | N/A | .8 | N/A |
| Slalom Speed | N/A | 57 Mph | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.60/3.60 " | 3.66/4.02 " | 3.66/4.02 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,381 Lbs. | 4,432 Lbs. | 4,787 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5,520 Lbs. | 5,550 Lbs. | 6,200 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 2,800 Lbs. | 2,950 Lbs. | 3,100 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,000 Lbs. | 3,400 Lbs. | 3,400 Lbs. |
| Payload | 1,446 Lbs. | 1,069 Lbs. | 1,414 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 7,000 Lbs. | 6,300 Lbs. | 5,900 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | N/A | 11,000 Lbs. | 11,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 " | 113.0 " | 129.0 " |
| Front Track | 60.9 " | 63.1 " | 63.1 " |
| Rear Track | 61.2 " | 62.1 " | 62.1 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.4 '' | 18.2 '' | 19.8 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 8.0 " | 8.0 " |
| Drag Coefficient | .41 | N/A | N/A |
| Front Legroom | 43.9 " | 44.6 " | 44.6 " |
| Rear Legroom | 37.2 " | 37.1 " | 37.5 " |
| Third Row Legroom | 34.8 " | N/A | 32.2 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.9 " | 40.2 " | 40.2 " |
| Rear Headroom | 38.9 " | 39.6 " | 39.6 " |
| Third Row Headroom | 39.0 " | N/A | 38.5 " |
| Front Hip Room | 55.0 " | 55.5 " | 55.5 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 54.3 " | 58.1 " | 58.4 " |
| Third Row Hip Room | 45.4 " | N/A | 45.9 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 59.1 " | 58.5 " | 58.5 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 58.9 " | 58.5 " | 58.4 " |
| Third Row Shoulder Room | 52.4 " | N/A | 58.3 " |
| Luggage Volume | 46.6 Cu.ft. | 41.0 Cu.ft. | 22.3 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 88.0 Cu.ft. | 80.1 Cu.ft. | 100.2 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 22.5 Gal. | 22.0 Gal. | 25.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 3 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Driver's | 4 | 3 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
