2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2004 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2004 Toyota Prius 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Prius weights approximately 38 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Prius. 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 699 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2004 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tonka | Prius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2630 mm |
