2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1306 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
