2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 6 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1157 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (540 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tonka | GL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 3080 mm |
