2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 479 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Bantam | DART |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
