2008 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 396 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam.
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 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Astra | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |
