2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 715 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Bantam | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
