2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 is newer by 4 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 60 kg more 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Geely Ck1. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Geely Ck1. 2011 Geely Ck1 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. 2011 Geely Ck1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2011 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Ford | Geely |
| Model | Bantam | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
