2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 456 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (240 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1492 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
