2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1045 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 54 L |
