2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1181 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 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Bantam | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
