2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 161 kg more than 2012 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 Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Bantam |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |