2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2009 Ford Bantam and 2009 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Magentis (134 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 512 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 Magentis (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis 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 Magentis | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Bantam | Magentis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |