2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Twingo weights approximately 89 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 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Bantam | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
