2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 73 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.
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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche 996 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 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tonka | 996 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2360 mm |
