2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bantam | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
