2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 518 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tonka | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2460 mm |
