2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam.
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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Bantam | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 39 L |
