2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 534 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bantam | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
