1999 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
