2000 Citroen Xsara 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 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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 667 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4200 mm |
