2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2002 Volvo S60

To start off, both 2002 Ford Tonka and 2002 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 269 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.

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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo S60 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 2002 Volvo S60
Make Ford Volvo
Model Tonka S60
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 814 Nm 400 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 1571 kg
Vehicle Length 6150 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 2370 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 4200 mm 2760 mm


 

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