2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 380 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2009 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Bantam | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1416 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
