2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 731 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Bantam |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |