2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 3 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 739 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.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Bantam | A5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
