2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Bantam | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
