2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 945 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 2012 Ford Taurus 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, 2012 Ford Taurus 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2012 Ford Taurus 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. 2012 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1981 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
