2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2002 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Barina weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2002 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Bantam | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
