2003 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam.
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, 2003 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
