2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1020 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
