2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Paseo (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1997 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Bantam | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Bantam | Paseo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |