2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bantam | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
