2007 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 530 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
