2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 7 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (276 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 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:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4200 mm |
