2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 229 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, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1265 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
