2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Ford Bantam and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,486 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 566 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 Mazda 6 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Bantam | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Bantam | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2486 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8 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 | 984 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |