2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 471 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Bantam | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| 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 | 135 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 | 980 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
