2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 430 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Bantam | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bantam | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.3 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 | 1020 kg | 1450 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 | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |