2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 411 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.
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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Bantam | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.8 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 | 984 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
