2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2006 Ford Bantam and 2006 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 608 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
