2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1994 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 208 kg more than 1994 Kia Sephia. 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, 2006 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1994 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Bantam | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
