2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | ForTwo | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 54 L |
