2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 96 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 Nissan Altima. 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 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tonka | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2675 mm |
