1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 1,753 cc, 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 188 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Ford Bantam (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Metro | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1753 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1118 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
