2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Ford Bantam and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 471 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.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Bantam | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Bantam | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1983 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |