2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
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, 2005 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Bantam | Previa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |