2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 140 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 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2004 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
