2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 553 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Antara. (320 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Tonka | Antara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2710 mm |