EXPLORER Specifications
| Engine Specifications | ||
| Engine type | 4.0L SOHC 12V V6 | 4.6L SOHC 24V V8 |
| Engine electronics | PTEC – Powertrain Electronic Controller and On-Board Diagnostics System | PTEC – Powertrain Electronic Controller and On-Board Diagnostics System |
| Displacement | 4.0L (245 cu. in.) | 4.6L (281 cu. in.) |
| Horsepower (SAE net@rpm) | 210 @ 5,100 | 292 @ 5,700 |
| Torque (lb. ft. @ rpm) | 254 @ 3,700 | 315 @ 4,000 |
| Compression ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Bore x stroke (in.) | 3.95 x 3.32 | 3.55 x 3.54 |
| Main bearings | 4 | 5 |
| Valve lifters | Hydraulic lash adjuster | Hydraulic roller |
| Fuel delivery | Sequential multi port electronic fuel injection | Sequential multi port electronic fuel injection |
| Recommended fuel | Unleaded regular | Unleaded regular |
| Exhaust | Single, stainless steel | Single, stainless steel |
| Fuel economy | EPA-estimated mpg 14 city/20 hwy (4x2) | EPA-estimated mpg 14 city/19 hwy (4x4) |
| Transmission type | 5-speed automatic O/D | 6-speed automatic |
| Engine block material | Cast iron | Cast iron |
| Cylinder head material | Aluminum alloy | Aluminum alloy |