2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 143 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.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tonka | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2720 mm |
