2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 370 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 624 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Bantam | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
