eli5 Why are tractors able to pull hevier stuff than cars/trucks with 3x more horsepower?

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eli5 Why are tractors able to pull hevier stuff than cars/trucks with 3x more horsepower?

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Because tractors are lower geared and have more torque. Meaning more power goes to the ground. The more torque you have the easier it is to get something moving.

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