2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 Ford Bantam and 2006 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 208 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 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Bantam | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
