2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 Ford Bantam and 2007 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 150 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 Opel Corsa (161 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Bantam | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |