2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Tonka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Tonka 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 8 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 628 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 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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 | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tonka | Montero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2730 mm |
