2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Mazda Premacy
To start off, both 2005 Ford Bantam and 2005 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 337 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 Mazda Premacy (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Bantam | 2005 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Bantam | Premacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1455 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |