2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 105 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 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Tonka | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 145 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2440 mm |