2005 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1926 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 2005 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
