2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 76 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 54 L |
