2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1491 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
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 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
