2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 486 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. 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 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tonka | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2680 mm |
