2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 7 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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 27 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (339 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Tonka | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2860 mm |
