2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
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, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
