2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Be Bop | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
