2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
