2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2009 Ford Bantam and 2009 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 684 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.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Bantam | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
