2002 Ford Explorer: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

The 2002 Ford Explorer has a towing capacity of 5,400 to 7,300 lbs which is the amount of weight that can be pulled behind it such as an RV or on a trailer. It has a torque between 254 to 282 lb-ft which is the amount of turning power that a vehicle has. It has a payload between 1,041 to 1,046 lbs which is the weight that it can carry inside of it. It has a tongue weight of 540 to 730 pounds which is the downward force that the tongue of the trailer puts on the hitch. You should always be safe when towing such as doing safety checks before driving. Always check the tires, the brake lights and that the trailer is secured correctly.