1999 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (267 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 821 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4784 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
