2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 6 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 397 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, 2011 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2011 Kia Carens 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. 2011 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Bantam | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1793 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
