2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 600 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, 2006 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Bantam | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
