2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1336 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Bantam | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Bantam | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |