2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 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 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 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 664 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Nubira 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:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4200 mm |
