2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Forenza (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 245 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 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Bantam | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
