2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 626 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Bantam | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
