2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 988 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (451 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Tonka | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2950 mm |
