2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1577 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Bantam | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Bantam | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |