2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 375 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (414 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Tonka | Commander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2790 mm |
