2004 MG ZS vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZS would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | ZS | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
