2000 BMW 316 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4200 mm |
