2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 66 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 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Bantam | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
