2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Bantam | F-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3050 mm |