2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 25 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 11 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 25 weights approximately 50 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 (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Bantam | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
