2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 21 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Because 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2012 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Suzuki | Ford |
Model | Wagon R+ | Bantam |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |