2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Suzuki Splash
To start off, both 2009 Ford Bantam and 2009 Suzuki Splash were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Splash (93 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 84 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 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Bantam | 2009 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Bantam | Splash |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 74.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |