2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 204 kg more than 2011 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 Hyundai Elantra (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Elantra | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
