2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 198 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 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT 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:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4200 mm |
