2010 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo V50 | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | V50 | Bantam |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |