2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1123 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 2011 Nissan Armada. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Armada. (521 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tonka | Armada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 3129 mm |
