2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 5 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 27 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. 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 2007 Audi A3. 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 665 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (149 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Tonka | A3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2580 mm |
