2006 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 4 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, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 228 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4200 mm |
