2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 541 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
