2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 418 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tonka | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2800 mm |
