2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 54 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Bantam | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |