2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 441 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo V50 | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | V50 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
