2005 Fiat Siena vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Siena (124 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Siena weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1020 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
