2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 490 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bantam | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
