2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 274 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Bantam | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Bantam | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1310 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |