2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, both 2007 Ford Bantam and 2007 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cerato (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 239 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 Kia Cerato (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Bantam | Cerato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |