2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 168 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Bantam | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |