2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer

To start off, both 2002 Ford Tonka and 2002 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 498 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 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Tonka 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Tonka Blazer
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 814 Nm 340 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 6150 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2370 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 2140 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 4200 mm 2720 mm


 

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