2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 180 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 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
