2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
