2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia 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) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. 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 2008 Renault Thalia. 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 687 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Thalia 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 | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tonka | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2473 mm |
