2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Ford Bantam and 2009 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Symbol weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam.
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 Renault Symbol (160 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Symbol 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 Symbol | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Bantam | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16.5 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2473 mm |
