2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 576 kg more than 2011 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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Micra | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1542 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
