2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2008 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 2 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2008 Daewoo Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 2008 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2008 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Bantam | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
