2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 240 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Bantam | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
