2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP) has 307 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 364 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam. 2010 Toyota Tundra 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. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
