2009 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 582 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Tonka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4200 mm |
