2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 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 24 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Tonka | Touran |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2680 mm |