2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
