2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 578 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tonka | G |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2410 mm |
