2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1491 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
