2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, both 2008 Ford Bantam and 2008 Toyota Auris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 325 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (158 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Bantam | Auris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |