2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 551 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 1998 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Bantam | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
