2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 277 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 2005 Honda HR-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, 2005 Honda HR-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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.7 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 | 980 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
