2005 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam.
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, 2010 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Clio | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
