2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 864 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 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Ford | Luxgen |
| Model | Bantam | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1768 mm |
