2009 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2010 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 A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 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 | 1470 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
