2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Bantam | VX220 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |