2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 790 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bantam | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |
