2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Ford Bantam and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 649 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam. 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Bantam | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
