2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 495 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Bantam | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Bantam | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1531 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |