2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 393 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 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Bantam | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
