2007 Citroen C4 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 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 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 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| 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 | 181 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 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 | 1338 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
