2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto 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 41 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 444 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Bantam | Visto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
