2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 349 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
