2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 356 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Bantam | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |