2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1505 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Bantam | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
