2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 5 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 318 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 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Pacifica | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 4200 mm |
