Had a 2.4 petrol for 5 yrs bought to tow the track car around. Shit mpg and slow as feck, struggled up hills and the heater was weak as hell.
5 yrs = 2 tyres, front brake pads, 1 front shock, new rear suspension and an exhaust.
Only changed the oil once as i wasn't bothered about it.
Towed that car all over the country, Brands Hatch, snetterton, knockhill the lot and never let me down.

The only modification I made was to remove the front spot lights to allow the air to flow to the rad.

Just hope the Explorer is as reliable.