2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Bantam | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
