2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. 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 1995 Honda Shuttle. 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 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tonka | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2840 mm |
