2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 36 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1997 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Bantam | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
