2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. 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 710 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tonka | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2260 mm |
