2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2009 Lada 111
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Lada 111. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Lada 111. 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 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2009 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Bantam | 111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
