2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 54 L |
