2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1351 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
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 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 2011 Volkswagen CC 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. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bantam | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
