Ford Explorer Sport vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac
$21,870
$28,210
Highlights
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP |
$21,870
|
$28,210
|
| Towing Capacity |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Capacity |
991 lbs
|
Not available
|
| Bed Length |
Not available
|
50 in
|
| Engine Type |
Gas V6
|
Gas V6
|
| MPG |
17 City / 22 Hwy
|
14 City / 20 Hwy
|
| Horsepower |
203 hp
|
210 hp
|
| Drive Type |
Rear Wheel Drive
|
Rear Wheel Drive
|
| Seating Capacity |
5
|
5
|
| Basic Warranty |
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
Engine
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
|---|---|---|
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM |
203 @ 5250
|
210 @ 5100
|
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
237 @ 3000
|
254 @ 3700
|
| Displacement |
4.0L/245
|
4.0L/245
|
| Engine Type |
Gas V6
|
Gas V6
|
| Transmission Options |
|
|
| MPG |
17 City / 22 Hwy
|
14 City / 20 Hwy
|
| Total Cooling System Capacity |
7.8 qts
|
7.8 qts
|
Tires & Wheels
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Wheel Size |
16 x 7 in
|
16 x 7 in
|
| Spare Wheel Material |
Steel
|
Steel
|
| Front Tire Size |
P235/70R16
|
P235/70R16
|
| Front Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Aluminum
|
| Spare Wheel Size |
16 x -TBD- in
|
16 x 7 in
|
| Rear Wheel Size |
16 x 7 in
|
16 x 7 in
|
| Rear Tire Size |
P235/70R16
|
P235/70R16
|
| Spare Tire Size |
P235/70R16
|
P235/70R16
|
| Rear Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Aluminum
|
Suspension
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
|---|---|---|
| Axle Type - Front |
Independent SLA
|
Twin-forged SLA
|
| Suspension Type - Front |
Torsion Bar
|
Independent
|
| Suspension Type - Rear |
2-Stage Leaf Spring
|
Independent
|
| Axle Type - Rear |
Not Available
|
Semi-floating
|
Steering
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering Type |
Power Rack & Pinion
|
Power Rack & Pinion
|
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall |
38 ft
|
38 ft
|
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb |
35 ft
|
37 ft
|
Measurements
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Clearance, Front |
N/A
|
9 in
|
| Cargo Box Length @ Floor |
Not available
|
50 in
|
| Cargo Volume |
N/A
|
38 ft³
|
| Front Shoulder Room |
56 in
|
59 in
|
| Passenger Capacity |
5
|
5
|
| Tailgate Width |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Second Head Room |
39 in
|
39 in
|
| Front Head Room |
39 in
|
40 in
|
| Length, Overall w/o rear bumper |
Not available
|
210 in
|
| Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume |
N/A
|
44 ft³
|
| Overhang, Rear w/o bumper |
N/A
|
44 in
|
| Ground to Top of Load Floor |
29 in
|
31 in
|
| Length, Overall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Wheelbase |
102 in
|
131 in
|
| Height, Overall |
68 in
|
73 in
|
| Ground Clearance, Rear |
7 in
|
9 in
|
| Second Leg Room |
37 in
|
37 in
|
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings |
42 in
|
45 in
|
| Cab to End of Frame |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear |
N/A
|
50 in
|
| Overhang, Front |
35 in
|
35 in
|
| Cargo Box Width @ Floor |
N/A
|
61 in
|
| Cargo Box (Area) Height |
33 in
|
21 in
|
| Front Hip Room |
53 in
|
55 in
|
| Length, Overall w/rear bumper |
180 in
|
N/A
|
| Width, Max w/o mirrors |
70 in
|
74 in
|
| Front Leg Room |
42 in
|
42 in
|
| Second Hip Room |
44 in
|
56 in
|
| Second Shoulder Room |
58 in
|
59 in
|
| Cargo Volume to Seat 4 |
Not Available ft³
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 |
Not Available ft³
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 |
36 ft³
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 |
71 ft³
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Area Width @ Beltline |
53 in
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 |
Not Available in
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 |
39 in
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 |
70 in
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Console |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Step Up Height - Side |
N/A
|
Not available
|
| Step Up Height - Front |
21 in
|
Not available
|
| Side Door Opening Width |
Not Available in
|
Not available
|
| Side Door Opening Height |
Not Available in
|
Not available
|
| Rear Door Opening Width |
48 in
|
Not available
|
| Rear Door Opening Height |
33 in
|
Not available
|
Weight & Capacity
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
|---|---|---|
| Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
Not Available lbs
|
Not Available lbs
|
| Gross Axle Weight Rating |
5,050 lbs
|
6,400 lbs
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
2,940 lbs
|
3,500 lbs
|
| Base Curb Weight |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Curb Weight - Front |
1,998 lbs
|
2,507 lbs
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
294 lbs
|
350 lbs
|
| Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
Not Available lbs
|
Not Available lbs
|
| Option Weight - Front |
0 lbs
|
0 lbs
|
| Maximum Trailering Capacity |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating |
4,760 lbs
|
6,020 lbs
|
| Curb Weight - Rear |
1,771 lbs
|
2,076 lbs
|
| Option Weight - Rear |
0 lbs
|
0 lbs
|
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
Not Available gal
|
Not Available gal
|
| Total Option Weight |
0 lbs
|
0 lbs
|
| Gross Combined Wt Rating |
7,000 lbs
|
10,000 lbs
|
| As Spec'd Curb Weight |
3,769 lbs
|
4,583 lbs
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
Not Available lbs
|
525 lbs
|
| Curb Weight |
3,769 lbs
|
4,583 lbs
|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
17 gal
|
23 gal
|
| As Spec'd Payload |
991 lbs
|
1,437 lbs
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
Not Available lbs
|
3,500 lbs
|
| Maximum Payload Capacity |
991 lbs
|
1,437 lbs
|
Safety
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
|---|---|---|
| Stability Control |
Not available
|
Standard
|
Electrical
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) |
650
|
650
|
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) |
130
|
130
|
Brakes
| 2003 Ford Explorer Sport | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
|---|---|---|
| Brake ABS System |
4-Wheel
|
4-Wheel
|
| Brake Type |
Power
|
Power
|
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) |
Not Available
|
Not Available
|
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) |
Not Available
|
Not Available
|
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
12.0 x 0.39 in
|
11.97 x 0.43 in
|
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
11.85 x 0.37 in
|
11.81 x 0.39 in
|
FAQ
Which is more reliable, the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport or the 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
The 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is more reliable than the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport according to Cars.com consumers, with a reliability rating of 4.7 for the 2010 Explorer Sport Trac versus a reliability rating of 4.2 for the 2003 Explorer Sport.
Which is more fuel efficient, the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport or the 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
The 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is more fuel efficient than the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport with 16 MPG combined versus 0 MPG combined.
Which car is cheaper, the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport or the 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
The 2003 Ford Explorer Sport is cheaper than the 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac with a $21,870 starting MSRP versus a $28,210 starting MSRP.
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