2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 298 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Sharan | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
