2009 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
