2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 475 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, 2006 Opel Astra (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Bantam | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.5 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 | 960 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
