2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Proton Savvy
To start off, both 2009 Ford Bantam and 2009 Proton Savvy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Proton Savvy.
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 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Savvy. 2009 Proton Savvy has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Proton Savvy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2009 Proton Savvy | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Bantam | Savvy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
