2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1007 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 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Bantam | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Bantam | Jazz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
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 | 1036 kg | 2043 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |