2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (177 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 217 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 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Bantam | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |