2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 576 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 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Bantam | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
