2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 975 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.
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, 2007 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Bantam | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
