2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1205 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Tonka | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2946 mm |
