2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 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), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 806 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Bantam | Exige |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 257 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 44 L |
