2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 306 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Bantam | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Bantam | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |