2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup

To start off, both 2005 Ford Bantam and 2005 Nissan Pickup were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 647 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 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Bantam 2005 Nissan Pickup
Make Ford Nissan
Model Bantam Pickup
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 2488 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 4550 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1118 kg 1765 kg
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2960 mm


 

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