2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 3 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 335 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Tonka | Baja |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2660 mm |
