2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 114 kg more than 2011 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Zafira | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Zafira | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
