2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 Ford Bantam and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 221 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 Mazda 3 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Bantam | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |