2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 34 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bantam | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.9 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 | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
