2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 109 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.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bantam | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
