2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 159 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, 2010 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Bantam | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Bantam | Fit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |