2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
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 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Bantam | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
