2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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 Hyundai ix20. 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 658 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tonka | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2615 mm |
