2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 513 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 Renault Espace. 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Espace. (330 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tonka | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2870 mm |
