2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa 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 14 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 328 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Previa. 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Previa 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 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tonka | Previa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2900 mm |
