2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 428 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Bantam | Compass |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |