2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, both 2009 Ford Bantam and 2009 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (142 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 373 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, 2009 Kia Cerato (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Bantam | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Bantam | Cerato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 142 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |