2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Sephia weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam.
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, 2005 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Bantam | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1080 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
