2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2005 Ford Bantam and 2005 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 295 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 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1309 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
