2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 488 kg more than 2009 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 Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 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 | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
