2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 653 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 2001 GMC Safari. 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Tonka | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2830 mm |
