2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 14 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Bantam |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1036 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |