2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. Both 2008 Ford Bantam and 2001 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Bantam | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |