2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Micra 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 65 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Bantam | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |
