2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, both 2007 Ford Bantam and 2007 MG TF were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2007 MG TF 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 2007 MG TF. 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, 2007 MG TF (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Bantam | TF |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |