2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2007 Ford Bantam and 2007 Renault Scenic 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 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 357 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 Renault Scenic (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2007 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Bantam | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.5 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 | 1038 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
