2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 362 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Ducato. 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ducato. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Tonka | Ducato |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 3460 mm |