2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bantam | Lancer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |