2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Multipla and 2006 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Multipla (102 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Fiat Multipla.
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 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Multipla | Bantam |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |