2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Ford Bantam and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 555 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 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Bantam | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.4 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 | 980 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |