2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 28 kg more than 2011 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 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Jazz | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
