2000 Ford Equator vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Equator | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1753 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1118 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2730 mm |
