2012 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Bantam | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Bantam | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
