2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,753 cc, 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 106 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 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bantam | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1422 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1224 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |
