2001 Ford EX vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP) has 296 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford EX weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | EX | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
