2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 82 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1762 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
