2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 354 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Bantam | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Bantam | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |