2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Allion (110 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Allion weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Toyota Allion (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam. 2004 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2004 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Allion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
