2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 251 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Because 2008 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Bantam | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Bantam | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 785 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |