2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 54 L |
