2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 839 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 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tonka | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 3310 mm |
