2003 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 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 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 278 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 BMW 530. 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 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 4200 mm |
