2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2007 Ford Bantam and 2007 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 659 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 2007 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Bantam | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 71 L |
