2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2007 Ford Bantam (135 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Bantam |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 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 | 990 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |