2006 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster 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 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Smart | Ford |
Model | Roadster | Bantam |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |