2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 371 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bantam | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
