2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 43 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 Porsche 911. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tonka | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2360 mm |
