2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2007 Buick LaCrosse and 2007 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 936 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam. 2007 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LaCrosse | Bantam |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |