2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 260 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, 2004 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 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 | 1244 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
