2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 980 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 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam. 2005 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Bantam | Trooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |