2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2003 Holden UTE
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden UTE 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 2003 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2003 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Bantam | UTE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
