2007 Toyota Fortuner vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 929 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Fortuner | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Fortuner | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
