2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2007 Ford Bantam and 2007 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 35 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 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Bantam | Swift |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
