2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2001 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 93 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
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 621 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2001 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2001 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2001 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Tonka | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2380 mm |
