2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1461 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Bantam | LR3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 86 L |