2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2005 Ford Bantam and 2005 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Superb weights approximately 209 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 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Bantam | 2005 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Bantam | Superb |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1245 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |