2008 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 378 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 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 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:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 228 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4200 mm |
