2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 391 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
