2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Ford Bantam and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 191 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.
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 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Bantam | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Bantam | 206 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1227 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |