2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 2 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 18 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 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tonka | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2610 mm |
