2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Ford Bantam and 2005 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 322 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, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2005 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Bantam | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1358 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
