2002 Ford Tonka vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 578 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (601 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tonka | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2874 mm |
