2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Bantam | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |